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‘We’re trapped’: despair for sellers as Iran war knocks confidence in UK housing market
Estate agents say rising mortgage costs have created a mood of fear, with Canterbury among the cities being hitHave you lost a mortgage deal or seen your rate rise?On a warm, spring morning in Canterbury, the cobbled streets are buzzing with activity and the white Tudor houses gleam in the sun.It is a scene that seems far removed from events in the Middle East, but the conflict is undermining business and consumer confidence – rattling the city’s housing market just as the spring selling season began. Continue reading...
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‘Your photos will be deleted’: Apple users warned over ‘nasty’ iCloud storage scam
Fraudsters send emails claiming storage is full or nearly full, then trick people into clicking on links that can expose bank and personal detailsFor a while you’ve been getting messages from Apple saying “your iCloud storage is full”. They say you have exceeded your storage plan, so documents are no longer being backed up, and photos you take aren’t being uploaded.You have been resisting Apple’s efforts to get you to pay a minimum of 99p a month for more storage. But it seems that you can’t keep putting off the inevitable: you have received an email which says your iCloud account has been blockedand your photos and videos will be deleted very soon. To keep them you need to upgrade immediately, it says. Continue reading...
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Low-tax Texas opens London office to lure jobs and investment
Exclusive: US state is targeting corporate heavyweights in the UK with subsidies and incentives Y’all Street: Bullish Dallas aims to steal New York’s crownThe US state of Texas is putting UK businesses in its crosshairs with the launch this month of a dedicated London office to lure jobs and investment to the low-tax Lone Star State.Texas recently secured approval for the new site, adding to a growing list of international offices from which it can try to draw corporate heavyweights across its borders. Continue reading...
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Money to burn? The humble matchbox gets a £235 makeover
Described as the ‘must-have’ home accessory of 2026, sales of ‘posh’ matchboxes are up 121% at SelfridgesGoodbye Swan Vesta, hello Cartier. Matchboxes are the latest home accessory to get a luxury makeover – and some of the price tags are striking.At the upmarket department store chain Selfridges, sales of posh matchboxes are up 121% year-on-year and it said they were “the must-have home accessory for 2026”. The store has more than doubled its range to meet demand, selling over 100 styles at prices ranging from £5 to more than £230. Continue reading...
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‘A house of cards’: how did Wireless festival get it so wrong on Kanye West?
Industry experts say booking of controversial US rapper was calculated risk that has implications for all festivalsThe fallout over Wireless announcing Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) as its 2026 headliner was both swift and considerable.Last Sunday, major sponsors of the three-day festival, including Pepsi and Diageo, began to withdraw their involvement in the face of a significant backlash to Ye’s shocking pronouncements on the Jewish community and the Holocaust. UK Jewish groups threatened to protest if the shows went ahead. Keir Starmer called the decision to book the rapper who wrote a song titled Heil Hitler “deeply concerning”. Continue reading...
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Vance heads back to the U.S. without striking a deal with Iran to bring an end to the war
Two American warships transited through the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since the start of the conflict.
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Faisal Islam: Why the government is relaxed about Chinese car imports
The UK government believes the rise of China's car industry could be good for UK consumers and industry.
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NI fuel protesters 'stand in solidarity' with Irish counterparts
A convoy of vans, lorries, tractors, and even a limousine took part in a slow moving protest around the town centre on Saturday afternoon.
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How to help kids form healthy relationships with money: They 'end up in much better financial shape' as adults, psychologist says
Amid rising costs and a tighter economic climate, more parents are teaching their kids financial literacy lessons that could serve them well later in life.
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‘Casual without being sloppy’: why flannel shirts are making a comeback
From catwalk versions to online vintage finds, the workwear staple is being recast as a marker of laidback coolIn many wardrobes, the thick, checked shirt is usually found among the gardening clothes, or it might be worn as an extra layer on a bitterly cold day. But, in 2026, for the first time since the 90s, it’s becoming a bona fide fashion item.Flannel shirts have recently been worn by fashion editors and stylists on the front row, by the models Adwoa Aboah and Emily Ratajkowski and the Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola. Brands including Marni, Chloé and Chanel had versions in their recent shows. And more significantly, this week comes the much anticipated new series of the Gen Z drama Euphoria, stills from which show Jacob Elordi’s character, Nate Jacobs, wearing a Bottega Veneta “flannel” shirt made of leather. Originally from the spring/summer 2023 collection, and worn by Kate Moss on the catwalk, it costs £4,600 in the shops. Continue reading...
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‘It has your name on it, but I don’t think it’s you’: how AI is impersonating musicians on Spotify
Fraudulent music streams have long been a scourge for the industry, but experts say generative AI has supercharged itJason Moran, a renowned jazz composer and pianist, got a strange call from a friend last month. The friend, bassist Burniss Earl Travis, was curious about Moran’s new record that he saw on the music streaming service Spotify.“It has your name on it,” Travis told him. “But I don’t think it’s you.” Continue reading...
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Workers at LA stadium threaten World Cup strike amid anger over ICE
Unite Here co-president demands improvement in working conditions and urges Fifa to keep ICE away from matchesA hospitality union that represents about 2,000 workers at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles has threatened to strike during the World Cup if Fifa leaders do not heed their concerns about working conditions and the presence of Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE).This summer, SoFi Stadium will be thrust into the national spotlight as it hosts eight World Cup matches. Between June and July, Los Angeles is estimated to see 150,000 more out-of-town visitors than typical for the time period. Continue reading...
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Berkshire electric utility's court win could save it billions
PacifiCorp court win could reduce wildfire damages by $1 billion or more.
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‘It holds a lot of memories’: the push to save a beloved New York dive bar
Jimmy’s Corner, opened by former boxer Jimmy Glenn in 1971, is a vestige of an older New York – and its loyal patrons are fighting to protect itOn Friday morning, David Gladman was looking at tables in the back of Jimmy’s Corner, the Times Square dive bar that has served up beers for more than 50 years.The table tops are covered with photographs, some dating back to the 70s, with yellowing laminate over the top. Gladman used the torch on his phone to scour the pictures. Continue reading...
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Record number of homes in Great Britain turn to green energy as fuel prices soar
Iran war drives demand for solar panels, heat pumps and EVs, with energy bills expected to rise 18% from JulyBritish households are turning to green home energy upgrades in record numbers to try to keep bills down as the Iran crisis sends global oil and gas prices soaring, data from leading energy suppliers suggests.Figures show demand for solar panels, electric vehicles and heat pumps in Great Britain has leapt since the war began on 28 February, as households brace for a sharp increase in monthly payments when the next energy price cap takes effect in the summer. Continue reading...
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‘Abhorrent’: the inside story of the Polymarket gamblers betting millions on war
A Guardian investigation reveals how the prediction market can shape news – and how it rules on ‘the truth’“Horekunden” was rapidly losing patience.His frustration was with the Institute for the Study of War, a US thinktank which produces a daily map of the frontline in Ukraine. Continue reading...
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Federal workers struggle to find roles a year after Trump cuts: ‘I’ve applied to over 250 jobs’
Current and former government employees say they’re facing a tough job market over a year on from sweeping cutsMaggie was faced with a tough choice in February 2025: quit her job at the US office of personnel management or be unceremoniously fired.Though she was a few months pregnant at the time, Maggie was offered one of the buyouts that were offered to tens of thousands of federal government employees by the office of personnel management. Continue reading...
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EU airline industry warns of fuel shortages if Strait of Hormuz stays closed
Airports Council International (ACI) Europe said its members had "increasing concerns" about the availability of jet fuel.
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McDonald’s CEO blames mother’s etiquette training for awkward burger bite in video
Chris Kempczinski’s taste test was mocked online, to which he said his mother had taught him: ‘Don’t talk with your mouth full’The chief executive officer of McDonald’s recently blamed etiquette guidance from his mother for a February on-camera taste test that made him a target for ridicule – and summarily recorded another video of him eating one of the fast-food giant’s offerings in a manner potential consumers found awkward.Chris Kempczinski suggested to the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) earlier in April that he was simply heeding maternal advice to never talk with his mouth full when he took the humorously small bite at the center of a viral video which depicted him discussing and sampling the new Big Arch burger from McDonald’s. Continue reading...
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Student loan interest could rise despite cap on rates
Temporary limit in England and Wales won’t stop many facing higher charges from autumn due to jump in inflation from Iran warGovernment caps some student loan interest at 6%Some students and graduates are likely to pay slightly less interest on their student loans than expected as a result of action taken by the government this week.But while many higher earners will benefit from the news that interest will be capped at 6% for the 2026-27 academic year, many others are likely to have more interest added to their student loan from this autumn than is being applied at the moment. For that, they can blame Donald Trump. Continue reading...
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Is Iran Trump’s Suez crisis, or just a passing thunderstorm?
Britain’s standing in the world was never the same after its assault on Egypt in 1956. Now the US risks repeating history in the Middle EastMiddle East crisis – live updatesDonald Trump’s addiction to framing every event in the most apocalyptic terms is what allows conservative commentators such as Mark Levin to praise him as “a once-in-a-century president”.But Trump cannot play out his entire presidency on a reckless high wire without eventually falling off – potentially taking America with him into a steep decline into the unknown. Continue reading...
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Gambling is easy, right? Wrong: it turns out betting on sport is designed to disturb you | Barney Ronay
Could I turn £10 into £1,000? I thought I could but was undone by the harsh reality and lost a little bit of my soul along the wayWelcome to How I Beat The Bookies: My Gambling Journey. Yes, my extreme methods can work for you. But only in the usual way. Which is to appear very briefly to work and then not to work at all.First it is necessary to address the latest blow to English football’s otherwise watertight economy. People often talk about playing the world’s tiniest violin, a way of expressing sarcastic sympathy for bogus suffering, usually accompanied by a finger-and-thumb gesture that suggests, incorrectly, this is the size of the world’s tiniest violin. Continue reading...
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The hill I will die on: Yes, money can buy you happiness – if you spend it right | Eleanor Margolis
For the super-rich with cash to burn, all those Rolexes and rare Labubus may not fill the void. But for me, a little goes a long wayWhen wages have stalled for nearly 20 years and I recently came face to face with a tube of toothpaste that was nearly £7 in my local Sainsbury’s, the idea that money can’t buy happiness seems almost offensive. It ultimately comes from a blinkered concept of what money can do. Sure, if you only use your money to buy things, the happiness it provides will be shallow and fleeting.Having said that, I refuse to believe there’s a single person out there overpaying on rent who wouldn’t be happier if they owned a house outright. Loosely speaking, yes, Rolexes and rare Labubus have nothing on, say, spending quality time with the people you love. But sadly, the latter costs money, too. Free time is part of a growing number of basic human needs that have become more or less commodified, and under whatever wacky stage of capitalism we’re currently at, more money equals more time to pursue your interests and ultimately find meaning in life.Eleanor Margolis is a columnist for the i newspaper and Diva Continue reading...
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Child trust funds: a windfall at 18 – but what should you do next?
All children born in the UK between September 2002 and January 2011 have a CTF – but £1bn has not been claimedAt some point in the midst of 2009 I made a decision that would change my son’s life: I started paying £10 a month into his child trust fund account.It didn’t seem like much but, almost 18 years later, thanks to the performance of the stock market and the original government payment, he’s about to get about £10,000. At first he had no idea what to do next, financially, and he’s not alone. Continue reading...
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Trump policies, China's biotech boom are ending Europe's pharma powerhouse era
Companies have long lamented Europe's fragmented capital markets, single-market adoption on pricing and clinical trials, and uneven reimbursement policies.
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The war over Omagh’s gold: the £21bn mine plan tearing a community apart
On Monday, a public inquiry will reopen, nine years after the plan was proposed and a toxic local battle beganWhen Fidelma O’Kane retired more than a decade ago from her career as a social worker and lecturer, she thought she would be “travelling and having a glass of wine and eating chocolate and reading books” while based in the quiet, hilly corner of rural County Tyrone where she has lived almost all her life.It didn’t quite work out that way. Instead, an idle remark from a neighbour would set O’Kane on a path that would become an all-consuming mission. A mining company, the neighbour told her, was planning to drill for long-rumoured reserves of gold in the Sperrins, the low peatland mountain range in Northern Ireland where O’Kane’s family has lived for generations. Continue reading...
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SUVs are making Britain’s potholes worse, say scientists
Engineers link reduced lifespan of roads to shift to heavier cars, some bought to navigate damaged surfacesDrivers who choose SUVs are compounding the pothole problem, experts have warned, as research showed hundreds of thousands of people bought bigger cars to navigate damaged roads.Scientists said the cumulative effect of increasing numbers of heavier vehicles was a contributory factor in Britain’s potholes getting worse. Continue reading...
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'Every drop of water counts': Fear for the future of Argentina's glaciers
A controversial law to ease protections for the glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining.
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‘That’ll be the end’: actor Sam Neill joins fight to stop controversial goldmine near his New Zealand vineyard
Neill says ‘one of the most beautiful and remote places in the world’ will be permanently changed if Bendigo-Ophir wins fast-track approvalThe grapevines in Sam Neill’s vineyard in Central Otago – a picturesque region known for its undulating hills and wines – are pregnant with pinot noir grapes, almost ripe for picking as autumn arrives.“My family has been here for over 150 years. I’m connected to this land like nowhere else on earth,” the 78-year-old actor and winemaker says. “It’s perfect for wine. It’s great for tourism. And it’s one of the most beautiful and strange, remote places in the world.” Continue reading...
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Vance, Bessent questioned tech giants on AI security before Anthropic's Mythos release
Bessent and Fed Chair Jerome Powell separately met with the heads of the biggest U.S. banks to address the potential cyber threat of Anthropic's Mythos.
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Trump praises Palantir as stock has worst week in over a year and Iran conflict drags on
Palantir's Maven platform have reportedly been used in the U.S. military campaign in Iran.
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Michael Burry says he's still betting against Palantir after Trump post boosts stock
The investor of the "Big Short" fame said he continues to hold long-dated put options on the artificial intelligence software firm.
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CoreWeave stock pops 11% on deal to power Anthropic's Claude
The deal comes one day after Meta committed an additional $21 billion in spending to the cloud provider as AI demand continues to soar.
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Great at gaming? US air traffic control wants you to apply
A new government ad campaign is trying to persuade gamers to apply for air safety roles.
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White House warned staff against Iran war bets on prediction markets
The warning came after a flurry of unusual activity on oil and stock futures markets shortly before Trump said he would pause attacks on Iran.
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home targeted with molotov cocktail
Suspect arrested but not identified and has allegedly made similar threats to OpenAI’s San Francisco headquartersA 20-year-old man allegedly tossed a molotov cocktail at the home of Sam Altman, OpenAI’s CEO, before the sun rose on Friday, according to statements from San Francisco police.The suspect, who allegedly threw the fire bomb at the $27m Russian Hill residence around 4.12am, has been arrested but not identified. The same person allegedly threatened to torch OpenAI’s headquarters in the city. No injuries were reported. Continue reading...
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U.S. oil slips below $100 as Trump demands reopening of Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday warned Iran to "stop now" if it was charging tankers to transit the Strait of Hormuz.
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Tankers urged not to pay toll to Iran for use of strait
Tanker firms are being advised not to pay Iran any levies in return for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Anthropic’s new AI tool has implications for us all – whether we can use it or not | Shakeel Hashim
Claude Mythos’s apparent superhuman hacking abilities are alarming experts as the Trump administration remains blinded by hostilityIn June 2024, a cyber-attack on a pathology services company caused chaos across London’s hospitals. More than 10,000 appointments were cancelled. Blood shortages followed and delays to blood tests led to a patient’s death.Lethal cyber-attacks like this are thankfully rare. But a new AI release could change that – plunging us into a terrifying new world of chaos and disruption to the digital systems that we rely on.Shakeel Hashim is the editor of Transformer, a publication about the power and politics of transformative AI Continue reading...
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Powell, Bessent discussed Anthropic's Mythos AI cyber threat with major U.S. banks
Anthropic rolled out the new Mythos AI model to a select group of companies over concerns that hackers could exploit its capabilities.
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Soaring pump prices drive US inflation to highest level in almost two years
A surge in prices at the pump due to the Iran war has pushed the inflation rate to 3.3%.
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Ireland gridlocked by fuel protests as Iran war drives prices higher
Protestors are taking issue with the government's response to the spike in fuel prices since the onset of the Iran war.
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What's at stake ahead of crucial U.S.-Iran peace talks as leaders meet in Pakistan
Already, Tehran has accused Israel of violating the terms of the ceasefire, as the IDF continues to attack Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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How many ships are crossing the Strait of Hormuz?
Only a few vessels have crossed the strait since the US-Iran ceasefire deal, according to BBC Verify analysis.
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European stocks end higher, defense shares tumble on Ukraine-Russia deal progress reports
Shares in Europe closed higher on Friday as the fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran continues to test investors' nerves.
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Here's the inflation breakdown for March 2026 — in one chart
The Iran war has pushed up gasoline, airline fares and other prices for consumers.
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Consumer sentiment hits record low, inflation fears rise amid Iran war
The university's headline index of consumer sentiment tumbled to 47.6, down 10.7% from March to its lowest on record.
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EU fingerprint and photo travel rules come into force
The EU's much-delayed Entry/Exit System will change the way UK passengers travel to 29 countries.
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Airports could face a jet fuel crunch within 3 weeks as airlines weigh flight cancellations
Europe's Airport Industry said if the Strait of Hormuz doesn't reopen "systemic jet fuel shortage is set to become a reality for the EU."
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China's Xi invokes 'threat' of Taiwan independence in first cross-strait opposition talks in a decade
Xi Jinping hosted Taiwan's main opposition leader in Beijing for the first time in a decade, ahead of a high-stakes meeting with Trump in May and Taiwan's presidential election in 2028.
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TSMC posts 35% jump in revenue to new record high as AI chip demand stays strong
TSMC is benefiting from sustained demand for advanced semiconductors from its key customers like Apple and Nvidia.
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Defense's Silicon Valley pivot: Ukraine, Iran wars challenge the legacy playbook
Companies are betting on a new type of warfare, based on shorter lead times that allow for rapid deployments and more cost-effective solutions.
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Consumer prices rose 3.3% in March, as energy prices spiked due to Iran conflict
The consumer price index was expected to show a 3.3% year-over-year gain in March, according to the Dow Jones consensus.
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Dolce & Gabbana co-founder steps down as chair
The bold and sensual fashion house has been struggling with debt amidst a slowdown in global luxury spending.
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China built resilience to an energy shock — it's paid off for Chinese assets amid the Iran war
Chinese assets emerged as an unlikely bastion of stability during a period where other traditional havens, such as gold and U.S. Treasurys, stumbled.
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These enormous wind turbine projects would damage Wales – and all to supply the rest of the UK with energy | Simon Jenkins
Labour’s deals with private companies will ride roughshod over a wilderness so remote there are no people to defend itYes, the world is getting hotter, and yes, Britain should produce more renewable energy. But what should be the price of that principle?The Cambrian mountains in mid-Wales are the national park that never was. In the 1950s, when the official designations were declared, Wales was awarded Eryri (Snowdonia), the Pembrokeshire coast and the Brecon Beacons. The Cambrians were larger and grander than the Beacons, but less accessible and therefore less important. Three parks were thought enough for Wales.Simon Jenkins is a Guardian columnist Continue reading...
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Have you lost a UK mortgage deal or seen your mortage rate increase? We would like to speak to you
Have you been affected by the recent rise in mortgage rates? What will this mean for you?The crisis in the Middle East is also being felt far beyond the region, with the conflict undermining broader business and consumer confidence.One aspect of this has been the impact on the UK mortgage market. Continue reading...
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Bullying might work when you’re 12. Does it work when you’re president? | Dave Schilling
Trump’s missile-rattling isn’t helping anyone. At least that makes it easier to explain the world to my kidWere you bullied as a child? If so, congratulations. You are probably pretty interesting, or maybe you have an extreme body odor problem. Either way, you were noticeable enough to warrant being picked on by someone with extreme self-loathing or an even worse body odor problem. That’s the nature of bullying, though. The fact that you’re a target at all is a sign that something about you is remarkable. Total feckless duds don’t get bullied; they fade into the background, then become Democratic senators.The aim of the bully is to bring down someone they’re threatened by, to assert their dominance over a person who reflects their insecurities back on them so that they might feel more powerful while applying a vicious wedgie. I wasn’t bullied so much as teased verbally for being eccentric, biracial, vegetarian and not particularly tough. I also had a lisp thanks to having a gap in my front teeth for years prior to my parents mercifully getting me braces in middle school. I was an easy punchline for anyone looking to score points during lunch in the quad.Dave Schilling is a Los Angeles-based writer and humorist Continue reading...
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The Tech Download: Reputational damage, supply chain issues and local investment. What's next for Middle East tech?
A two-week ceasefire was agreed between the U.S. and Iran on Wednesday, prompting hopes of the beginnings of the end of the conflict.
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Will UK petrol and diesel prices start going down?
UK petrol prices have risen because of the US-Israel war with Iran but the ceasefire could see prices drop.
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Alibaba just revealed it’s behind a viral AI video model dominating leaderboards
A mysterious AI video model that has ascended global leaderboards has been confirmed as a project under Alibaba.
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Behind China's 'active efforts' for an Iran ceasefire: Business trumps politics
The big risk for Beijing is that the Iran war drags down global demand for the exports that are driving China's economic growth.
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AI products are reaching further into our lives. Does it matter who controls the companies behind them? | Van Badham
Every organisation needs guardrails that channel them away from human fallibility and collectively minimise the harm they can doFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe joke on the internet asks: “What are the seven most terrifying words in the English language?” The answer: “Ronan Farrow’s been asking questions about you.”The investigative journalist has a piece in The New Yorker this week, where the subject of said inquiries is Sam Altman, the billionaire founder and CEO of OpenAI, the company that owns ChatGPT. Continue reading...
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This coat cost $248 in illegal tariffs. Will he ever get the money back?
Importers are in line for tariff refunds. But whether everyone who paid the for the tariffs will get money back is a trickier question.
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Eli Lilly market share drops, Novo Nordisk holds firm as generic weight-loss drugs flood India
Eli Lilly loses share in India’s GLP‑1 market as cheap semaglutide generics surge, while Novo holds steady after deep price cuts to defend Ozempic, Wegovy.
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What this real-world oil price says about the level of stress in the energy market
Energy analysts warn that the Iran ceasefire is not likely to alleviate acute signs of stress in the physical oil market.
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‘Irresponsible failure’: Google, Meta, Snap and Microsoft slam EU over child sexual abuse law lapse
Experts warn lapse could sharply reduce reports of abuse, echoing a 58% drop during a similar legal gap in 2021Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxThe European parliament has blocked the extension of a law that permits big tech firms to scan for child sexual exploitation on their platforms, creating a legal gap that child safety experts say will lead to crimes going undetected.The law, which was a carve-out of the European Union’s ePrivacy Directive, was put in place in 2021 as a temporary measure allowing companies to use automated detection technologies to scan messages for harms, including child sexual abuse material (CSAM), grooming and sextortion. However, it expired on 3 April, and the EU parliament decided not to vote to extend it, amid privacy concerns from some lawmakers.This article was amended on 10 April 2026 to correct the name of the EU’s ePrivacy Directive. Continue reading...
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Welcome to Y’all Street: bullish Dallas aims to steal New York’s financial crown
Texas city believes loose rules and low taxes will make the US’s biggest banks come running – can it pull it off?As the warm sun rises over the Dallas skyline, SUVs and pickup trucks whiz past an unassuming construction site that is helping cement the city’s Texas-sized financial ambitions.Nestled between towers claimed by Bank of America and JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs has cordoned off 800,000 sq ft for a new Dallas campus able to host more than 5,000 staff. But the $700m (£530m) project is more than a regional expansion plan by one of America’s largest banks. It is another win for the lobbyists behind Dallas’s “Y’all Street” – the Texan city’s aggressive push to steal New York’s financial crown. Continue reading...
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Canalside homes for sale in England and Scotland – in pictures
From a modernist townhouse in London to a historic farmhouse overlooking Bridgewater canal Continue reading...
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How families can get crisis support to heat homes
A crisis fund is going to support community groups who help people struggling to heat their homes.
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Furniture poverty on the rise, charity says
The Harrogate-based charity warns donations of furniture are falling while demand continues to grow.
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Shoppers feel crunch as price of produce climbs
The conflict in the Middle East is impacting the price of tomatoes, cucumbers and peppers in the UK.
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Could Trump be forced out of office? – podcast
This week, despite securing a temporary ceasefire with Iran, there were calls from both the left and the right to invoke the 25th amendment of the US constitution to remove Donald Trump from office.Jonathan Freedland speaks to the Guardian’s Washington bureau chief, David Smith, about the various ways Congress could remove Trump from the White HouseArchive: ABC News, Fox News, Tucker Carlson, France 24 Continue reading...
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Gabrielle Chan on farmers managing fuel and fertiliser shortages during a war - podcast
Journalist, author and farmer Gabrielle Chan speaks to Guardian Australia political editor Tom McIlroy about the experiences of rural and regional Australians whose work and everyday life have been upended by supply chain disruptions caused by the war in Iran.The former political reporter also talks about the rise in Pauline Hanson’s popularity ahead of the Farrer byelection, which is expected to be a strong contest between a One Nation and independent candidate Continue reading...
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White House staff told not to place bets on prediction markets
The gambling platforms have grown in popularity, with some users making wagers on conflicts.
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Why the UK banned Kanye West - podcast
Lanre Bakare on the UK government’s decision to revoke Kanye West’s visa after Wireless festival booked him as a headlinerWhen Kanye West was announced as the headliner for Wireless festival in London this summer, the backlash was immediate.“He’d been on a campaign of four or five years of antisemitic trolling,” Lanre Bakare, the Guardian’s arts and culture correspondent, tells Nosheen Iqbal. “Embracing neo-Nazi imagery, pushing out far-right conspiracy theories about Jewish people.” Continue reading...
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TV for dogs booms but are they watching?
TV channels for dogs are multiplying but research is mixed on whether dogs are watching.
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Hot in the city: Energy crisis tests Singapore's air-con addiction
The rise in energy prices has hit Asia particularly hard as many nations are heavily reliant on Gulf oil.
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OpenAI pauses UK data centre deal over energy costs and regulation
The project was part of a package of tech investment promising the UK could become an AI superpower.
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Petrol and diesel prices rise again as concerns grow over ceasefire
Motoring groups have warned drivers not to expect a significant drop in costs soon.
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The daughters of Dominican immigrants achieved the American dream. They’re bringing sweet chocolate success back to the homeland
Janett and Erika Liriano built a chocolate factory in their parents’ homeland – and gave farmers a stake in the companyJanett and Erika Liriano grew up in Queens, the daughters of Dominican immigrants who pushed them to dream big. Their encouragement paid off: by the time they were in their late 20s, Janett had been named a Forbes 30 Under 30 Listmaker and was the chief of staff at a biopharmaceutical firm; younger sister Erika was making a name for herself in venture capital.But something was missing. “We were both comfortable but not happy with our jobs,” Janett said. “I felt unfulfilled and anxiously wanted to move forward.” But towards what, she wasn’t sure. Continue reading...
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The Iran war is a warning: Britain must build resilience – at home and with our allies in Europe | Keir Starmer
We should not be at the mercy of events abroad. That’s why, from energy to defence to key social policies, we aim to remake our countryIsrael’s attacks on Lebanon should not be happening, says Keir StarmerBritain has been buffeted by crises for nearly two decades now. And from the 2008 financial crash, through austerity, to Brexit, Covid, the Ukraine war and Liz Truss, the response from Westminster has always been the same. Manage the crisis, find a sticking plaster and then desperately try to reassert the status quo.This time, it will be different. The war in Iran must now become a line in the sand, because how we emerge from this crisis will define all of us for a generation. And instead of hoping to return to the world of 2008, we will forge a new path for Britain – one that strengthens our energy, our defence and our economic security in a new age. Because the reality is the world has changed: no longer do we live in the benign conditions found during the early part of this century. The world today is more volatile and dangerous than at any other point in my lifetime. That will test and test again every element of our security. And over the years, that is a test for which Britain has too often been found wanting.Keir Starmer is the UK prime ministerDo you have an opinion on the issues raised in this article? If you would like to submit a response of up to 300 words by email to be considered for publication in our letters section, please click here. Continue reading...
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‘Mental breakdown’: oil tanker workers stuck in Gulf for six weeks are reaching their limit
Seafarer tells of ‘impossible’ situation, with strait still so unsafe that crew would not cross even if told to sailMaritime and port workers: how is the Middle East conflict affecting you?‘You can try to minimise the impact that this situation has on your mental health but it’s becoming impossible.” After six weeks stranded in the Gulf, one of the 20,000 seafarers trapped by Iran’s chokehold on the strait of Hormuz is reaching their limit.Yet with the fragile Middle East ceasefire already fraying, the oil tanker worker – who first spoke to the Guardian a month ago – said any hope they may soon be free to leave had already evaporated, if it ever felt real at all. Continue reading...
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Trump and the Middle East: can Starmer do anything? – podcast
Keir Starmer and the UK government are scrabbling to keep up with Trump’s fast-changing position on Iran and the Middle East. While a two-week ceasefire is in place, how long will it hold for? Peter Walker and Alexandra Topping look at what happens now. And, with the local election campaign under way, how are the different parties responding to the conflict?Guardian Live: Can Labour come back from the brink?With a difficult set of May elections approaching, Labour under threat from both the Green party and Reform, and Keir Starmer’s popularity in freefall, can he survive as leader of the Labour party? The Guardian’s Gaby Hinsliff will chair our panel of Guardian columnists including Polly Toynbee, Rafael Behr and Zoe Williams.Join us as they discuss Starmer, Labour and the upcoming May byelections. They will also be answering your own questions. Get your tickets here Continue reading...
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Jo Malone hopes 'sense will prevail' in lawsuit over her name
The British perfume designer and Zara are being sued by Estée Lauder over a collaboration.
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Buy bread in the evening, hit the sales on a Tuesday: retail workers’ top tips to cut your shopping bill
From the ideal time to go discount-sticker shopping to the best day of the week to visit charity shops, industry insiders offer their advice on how to keep costs down as prices riseFrom supermarkets’ yellow-stickered items to apps for free food, there are many ways to lower your shopping bill amid the cost of living crisis. Retail workers share their insider info on how to save money at grocery stores, street markets and charity shops. Continue reading...
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Lidl begins building its first ever pub
The development is an unusual consequence of Northern Ireland's strict licensing laws.
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Iran oil shock stirs memories of 1997 Asian Financial Crisis — but here’s why history may not repeat itself
The Hormuz disruption is hammering Asian economies with surging energy costs and weakening currencies, but a repeat of the crisis three decades ago is unlikely.
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Fast food, faster charging? BYD and KFC China collaborate to offer 9-minute refueling stations
BYD announced Wednesday a partnership with KFC China to develop a network of "nine-minute" drive-thrus across the mainland.
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UK farmers warn Iran ceasefire too late to stop higher food costs
Despite a ceasefire, the Iran war will continue to affect farmers' costs and therefore food prices.
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The construction boss who built a new life after three years in prison
Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm.
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Airlines cut flights and hike fares as fuel prices surge
Airlines have reduced services and lifted ticket costs as the Iran war weighs on jet fuel costs.
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Why fuel and food prices could still be affected for months
Analysts fear long-lasting economic damage from the US-Israel war with Iran has already been set in motion.
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Faisal Islam: Iran war pause is welcome but the economic scars will last
Allowing all ships through the Strait of Hormuz will calm markets but the war has created new problems.
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UK house prices fall as Iran war uncertainty dampens demand
Mortgage rates have been rising and hundreds of the cheapest deals have disappeared over the last month.
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What do businesses want ahead of the election?
Shops, cafes and restaurants in Cardigan say increasing costs and low footfall are making it harder.
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Music giant Universal gets $64bn takeover offer
The music giant behind acts such as Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter gets an offer from Bill Ackman's Pershing Square.
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India's lack of widebody aircraft a 'scandal', says incoming IndiGo chief
India’s aviation market is set to grow but is held back by limited long-haul capacity, says Willie Walsh.
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The US refinery now processing Venezuelan oil
Chevron is now importing 250,000 barrels of crude per day from Venezuela.
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Why is the UK government capping student loan interest and will graduates now pay less?
Decision to cap interest rate at 6% in England and Wales from September is unlikely to defuse row over crippling cost of debtFull story: UK caps interest rate on student loansThe government has announced a small concession for millions of university graduates in England and Wales with “plan 2” student loans.However, the decision to cap the interest rate charged at 6% from September is unlikely to defuse the row over the crippling cost of degree course debts. Continue reading...
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Plan 2 student loan interest rates capped at 6% in England
The cap on Plan 2 and postgraduate loan interest rates comes amid a risk of rising inflation.
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Price of first class stamp rises to £1.80
The rise come as the postal service faces criticism over missing delivery targets.
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Businesses scramble to get noticed by AI search
Firms are changing the way they present information on their websites, so they get noticed by AI.
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Spain's huge pork industry seeks salvation from swine fever threat
Countries around the world, including the US, have already stopped imports over the outbreak.
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National Minimum Wage rises this week
Around 2.7 million people are set to receive a pay rise this week as the national minimum wage goes up by 50p to £12.71 for over 21s.
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New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions
A crackdown on "subscription traps" could save the average person nearly £170 a year, according to the Department for Business and Trade.
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How will car finance compensation payments work?
Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.
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Are domes and spheres the future of entertainment?
Rivals are emerging for the Las Vegas Sphere - are domes and spheres the future for entertainment?
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Why Chinese tech companies are racing to set up in Hong Kong
Mainland firms are using the territory to test products and as a springboard for global expansion.
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The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
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'Affordability is the biggest thing' - Conservatives mixed on economy under Trump
Conservatives gathered at the annual CPAC conference in Texas were mixed when asked about their feelings on the current economy.
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The spiky cactus fruit giving Indian farmers a cash boost
Indian farmers are turning to dragon fruit as a profitable alternative to mangoes and coffee.
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Who knew Lord Sugar is a table tennis fan?
The Apprentice candidates try to sell a table tennis set live on TV.
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Prepare for turbulence - how a prolonged Middle East conflict could reshape how we fly
The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.
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The homeless teenager who became a successful advertising boss
Greg Daily has swapped sleeping on friends' sofas for running a popular digital marketing company.
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Would you build your own apps?
Start-ups are offering tech for novices to create apps with the help of AI.
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US weight-loss drugmakers slash prices in fight to win customers
Weight-loss drug prices are falling in the US - but can the example be repeated?
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Germany has a shortage of workers - so it's turning to India for help
The European nation, struggling to find skilled staff, is giving jobs to young people from India.
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'Club vibes without the hangover': The twenty-somethings going out - in the gym
Young people are driving a gym boom as more fitness spaces are transformed into vibrant hangouts.
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Home working, long leases and rise of parking apps - what went wrong for NCP
How could a company that charged as much as £65 for a day's parking fail to turn a profit?
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Colombia's budding tech scene needs a cash boost
Colombia has become a tech hub for Latin America, but attracting investors is a challenge.
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Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers
Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?
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How Finnish supermarkets are central to the country's defence
The chains all have detailed plans to follow in the event of the nation going to war.
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Register now: Applications open for the World's Top Fintech Companies 2026
CNBC and Statista chart the top fintech players from around the world, ranging from startups to Big Tech names.
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The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?
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Why the railways often seem to be in such chaos over Christmas
Parts of Britain’s rail network will close for engineering work over the festive period - but is that the right time to do it?
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